🗓 On October 22, the 6th ASEAN-Russia Youth Summit opened at Far Eastern Federal University (FEFU) in Vladivostok 🇷🇺, bringing together more than 100 young leaders from Russia and all #ASEAN Member States. 🔹️Held under the motto “ASEAN and Russian Youth: Dialogue of Cultures and the Creative Force of Progress", the Summit provides a platform for young people to exchange ideas, strengthen mutual understanding and explore new avenues for cooperation between Russia and Southeast Asia. The five-day event is dedicated to the 35th anniversary of ASEAN-Russia relations. 🔹️The opening ceremony was attended by H.E. San Lwin, Deputy Secretary-General of ASEAN for the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community, alongside representatives of Russian government bodies, the ASEAN Secretariat and the academic community. Addresses were delivered by representatives of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, as well as the leadership of FEFU. 🔹️The Summit attracted approximately 7,000 applications, reflecting strong interest among young people in strengthening ASEAN-Russia relations. Selected participants will engage in discussions and collaborative activities focused on technology, creative industries and the exploration of the World Ocean. The programme will culminate in the adoption of a declaration outlining shared principles and future directions for ASEAN-Russia youth cooperation.